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Bell sends Forbes a package of saffron via George Giurgy[?], describes the AF marking and blue packaging, and reminds him of a shipment sent on May 27 by Mosk[a] Chleboswicz[?].

Bell responds to matters of freight, storage, and money, mentions Gdańsk and intermediaries, and in a postscript informs about the departure of a group of merchants for grain. Details of several instructions and amounts remain uncertain.

Bell informs Forbes about presenting the queen's privilege to the city authorities. According to the author, the magistrate has reservations and is delaying a full response; Bell links the procrastination to financial matters. This is his account of the negotiations, not a confirmation of the magistrate's decision or the content of the privilege.

Bell responds to Forbes's letter, discusses the matter of mutual receivables or promised profit, and asks for further news. At the end, he commends the addressee to God's care. Details of the settlement require re-reading.

Samuel Biderman asks Arthur Forbes to order the payment of 1500. He informs about sending 23 pieces of cloth with an invoice; he discusses the quality, price, and entry on the account.

Birrell thanks Arthur Forbes for raising the matter of the boy in connection with Robert Forbes. He has written to Königsberg and expects a response and the boy's arrival for the upcoming fair. He attaches a sample of his handwriting, which he asks to be passed to Robert, and offers his services to both Forbeses.

Birrell confirms receipt of the letter from July 12. In a not fully read sentence, he mentions his trip to Lviv, his host, and his general. He apologizes for the brevity caused by lack of time.

Birrel describes an attempt to detain him along with his goods in Przeworsk in a dispute with a Jewish leaseholder collecting a fee. Initially, he denies his presence, but witnesses confirm it. According to the author, he was released after explaining that he was carrying goods for the Castellan of Kraków. He warns Forbes about the wait for his goods.

Birrell turns to Forbes for help in finding the original of a document defaming him and identifying the author. He writes about honor, reputation, and the distribution of the lampoon among their acquaintances. He points to A. Bailie as a person helpful in the investigation. An additional postscript says that some admitted to reading the text.

Boyd replies to Forbes regarding the goods, their weight, and the settlement with intermediaries. He mentions James Dunn and asks the addressee to make efforts regarding his interest.

Boyd confirms receipt of the letter, mentions fees, goods, Jacob Breslie in Jarosław, and further instructions; significant middle parts were not safely read.

Bore confirms Forbes's letters from April 2 and 16 and announces that the payment will be credited to the account. He discusses transferring money to an intermediary and the exchange rate loss, which he does not want to bear when selling goods.

A merchant from Leipzig writes to Forbes about the settlement, an intermediary in Warsaw, and the ordered assortment. He announces the preparation of goods for the Michaelmas term; some names and conditions are illegible.

The Browns confirm their previous thanks for the contract and ask Forbes to deliver the attachments, including two extensive letters to Rupniowski [?]. They take responsibility for the cost of sending them via a messenger.

Thanks for mediating the contract. The Browns complain about falling grain prices and a difficult contractor; they ask to ensure the wheat is well-prepared before delivery.

Bruce informs Forbes about the fate of a letter handed over during the fair. Jakub Thomson directed it to Gdańsk. The external address indicates Jarosław; some names and formulas remain unreadable.

Burkhart sends health wishes to Forbes and asks for news. He mentions Robert Forbes; details of the passage regarding the trip and settlement remain uncertainly unread.

Burkhart thanks Forbes for his concern and recommendation. He mentions his late father and the matter of the position (employment); the exact stage of securing it remains uncertain.

Burkhart thanks for the concern and the recommendation to the doctor. He mentions searching for another position, having received 40 monetary units, and asks for further information and a recommendation.

Burnett asks Forbes to mediate between John Lithgow and John and Godfried Bellamy. He reports a fight and a threat of further insult as hearsay; he recommends a settlement and confidentiality.

Burnett complains about the lack of repayment of a loan of 292 coins by William Thomson. He threatens to instruct his servant James to seize the debt if the debtor does not pay within a week or two; he mentions a general lack of money.

Buchan discusses the ordered cloth, the cost of crimson dyeing, and other goods. He notifies of the death of Peter Forbes, described as the addressee's godson.

Weiß addresses Forbes regarding money and bills of exchange, mentions a person named Jacob, and asks for the matter to be settled. The amounts, names of intermediaries, and exact instructions require further reading.

Weiß discusses the settlement of the account, the sending of ordered goods, and the separate packaging of five items. He asks for further orders for the St. Michael's fairs. A postscript mentions saffron and a not fully legible price.

Wast asks for two bills of exchange to be handled, mentions Thomas Gordon and the instruction to send money to Gdańsk. He also informs about the death of Andreas Lettrich [?].

Wast confirms receipt of correspondence, thanks for the help, and discusses medicines and their delivery. He assures of mutual services.

Wast discusses the efforts made by intermediaries and asks for news. On the same page, there is a further passage dated April 2.

Wast discusses prices and settlement, mentions the lack of a signature, and asks for a seal. He lists cinnamon, camphor, and saffron; quantity details remain uncertain.

Wast informs about a successful return, asks for the collection of the amount of 300, and announces a further letter upon arrival in Kraków.

An extensive merchant letter discusses prices and payments, the difficulty of selling, a trip through Zamość, and the intention to travel to Warsaw. Numerous amounts require further verification.

Galbraith explains payment delays, mentions the transfer of 1000 PLN and further amounts transferred in Lwów. He asks Forbes for patience and to maintain trust.

A request for information on where Nitzsch is staying and whether he has oxen on the way to Gdańsk.

Receipt of a letter with an attachment and a returned bill of exchange; Nitzsch is sending a batch of oxen and has written directly to Heuglin.

Heuglin confirms receipt from Knabe of the sum of 905 ⅔ florins, previously received from Kien, and thanks him for his mediation.

A letter of recommendation for the bearers requesting assistance; their identity or profession is illegible.

Confirmation of the redemption of the bill of exchange by Nitzsch and instructions for payment to Knabe in Warsaw; agreement to deduct the commission.

Antony Heuglin Jr. confirms his safe arrival in Gdańsk, thanks for the friendship shown, justifies the delay in writing, and informs about [his father's?] departure by sea to Amsterdam on May 27.

The attached bill of exchange is to be presented to Piotr, a servant of Krzysztof Nitzsch; after collection, the amount should be sent to Heuglin, deducting the commission.

Giernowa presented Forbes's bill of exchange to Captain Barkley. She announces that she will hand over the collected money to Piotr Forbes in Gdańsk and notify the addressee by mail.

Giernowa confirms receipt of 851 tynfs from Barkley. The remaining sum is to be received later; she discusses a possible payment in thalers at 3 zlotys 16 groszy and the fear of loss.

Gładyszewicz recommends to Forbes a messenger sent on his business and asks for help according to his needs, promising reciprocity.

The author informs Forbes about the baker's death, the deposit left behind, and the castellan's settlements. He also discusses the salt trade and difficulties related to the Tatars.

Gordon sends a sample of the ordered goods and asks for delivery by the start of the fair in Jarosław. He mentions the mutual favors between the Forbes and Gordon families.

A response to a payment reminder: Gordon assures that the debt will be settled before his own return.

Gordon announces repayment after returning from Warsaw and orders 60 ells of red damask.

Gordon sends a letter to the oberleutnant and considers the settlement of a bill of exchange. He greets Forbes, his family, and Mr. Taylor.

Robert Bell is to settle the payment. Gordon explains the delay due to trade difficulties and orders purple fabric and 60 ells of red damask.

Gordon writes about the difficulties in finding suitable people, the boy's journey through Lublin to Gdańsk, and the King's stay in Żółkiew.

Gordon states there are only 69 ells of damask and asks Forbes to check the register. He explains the delayed payment and notifies of the death of James Gaird in Warsaw.

An order for fabrics accompanies a rumor about the murder and robbery of a merchant on the way from Kraków to Wrocław. Gordon expresses hope that the news is untrue.